Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition) vs Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Laphroaig
★ 4.91
£199
Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach
£241
| Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition) | Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50.1% |
| Age | 15 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £199 | £240.5 |
| Rating | 4.91/5 | — |
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition) is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition) is better value at £199 vs £241.
For beginners: Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£199 vs £240.5)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£240.5 vs £199)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)